Ayurveda is a traditional system of medicine recognized for its holistic approach to health and disease management. The term Ayurveda is derived from Sanskrit, meaning “science of life,” and is considered one of the oldest healthcare systems, originating in India over 5,000 years ago. Its primary objective is to maintain health, prevent disease, and restore physiological balance by harmonizing the individual with nature.
In the present era, rapid urbanization, sedentary behavior, and altered dietary patterns have significantly contributed to the rise of lifestyle-related disorders. These conditions are broadly correlated with Santarpanajanya Vyadhi in Ayurveda, characterized by excessive nourishment leading to Kapha aggravation and Meda Dhatu accumulation. Contemporary medicine identifies similar patterns in metabolic syndrome and related chronic diseases, although long-term curative options remain limited and often dependent on pharmacological management.
